Qualities of
a Good Leader

Put a check
next to the characteristics that would help someone be a good mayor of a
city. (The mayor of a city is in charge of all the people who work in city
government.)

___ Good looks

___ Doesn't wear glasses

___ Honestty

___ Speaks well

___ Fairness

___ Intelligence

___ Male

___ Runs fast

___ Female

___ Works well with others

___ Likes being alone

___ Makes decisions well

___ Lives in the city

___ Experience in government

Next, read the descriptions
of two people who want to become mayor. Then, in the space below, write
which one you would vote for and why. They both meet te age requirement
for holding the office.

1

Jane
Jellison

Mrs. Jellison is married
and has two grown children. She has lived in the city all her life.
During the last eight years, she has served on the city council. She
is known for being intelligent and honest.

2

Hugo
Harmon

Mr.
Harmon moved to the city two years ago to work in the parks department.
In college, he was a star on the basketball team. In the army, he won
a medal for bravery. He has always wanted to be in government.

I would vote for__________________________
because __________________________